Brandon Lyon elects free agency

(5/20/14) Angels pitcher Brandon Lyon has elected free agency, according to MLBTradeRumors.

In 17 2/3 innings in the minors, Lyon posted a 4.08 ERA. Lyon will attempt to hook on with another club now that he's available again.

Angels sign 12-year veteran Brandon Lyon

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(2/10/14) The Angels announced Monday they signed reliever Brandon Lyon to a minor-league deal, which includes an invitation to spring training. Lyon is 42-27 with a 4.16 ERA over 12 MLB seasons.

Red Sox release Brandon Lyon

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(8/1/13) The Pawtucket Red Sox, the Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, have announced the release of pitcher Brandon Lyon , who was signed by the team in mid-July. Lyon allowed two runs (one earned) on five hits and one walk while striking out three in 5 1/3 innings for Pawtucket.

Red Sox sign Brandon Lyon

by Jack Moore | CBSSports.com

(7/19/13) The Red Sox have signed reliever Brandon Lyon to a minor league deal, MLB.com reports. Lyon struggled in 34 1/3 innings for the Mets -- 4.98 ERA, 1.63 WHIP -- but the Red Sox are dealing with a bevy of injuries in their bullpen, so he will at least provide some depth.

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